Incorporating black touches into your wedding design

Black can be a very elegant colour — one that can add a hint of sophistication to your wedding. People tend to shy away from using black in their weddings because they associate the colour with gloom and sadness, and while it can seem like a really intimidating colour to work with, we’re here to say that it doesn’t have to be! Black adds drama, uniqueness, and even fun! There are some very simple ways to add black into your wedding to create that elegant, yet subtle look. Here are 5 of our favourite places where you can add that tinge of black.

FLOWERS

When you think of beautiful fresh flowers, the colour black doesn’t necessarily rush to mind. While black isn’t typically incorporated into flower arrangements, it definitely can be done! If you’re wanting to make your bouquet and table arrangements pop at your wedding, we suggest opting for a flower like anemones, which are white with black in the centre. The tiny hint of black gives you a dramatic flair, while the white adds a delicate touch. If you find yourself wanting all-black flowers, there’s the black velvet petunia or the pansy, which is a deep purple that almost looks black. And if you’re not quite ready for a “non-traditional” flower colour, you can always opt for black vases for your floral arrangements, or black ribbon for your bridal bouquet! Adding black into your flower arrangements will prove to be unique and beautiful, however you decide to do it!

INVITATIONS

Invitations set the tone for your wedding — they’re the first touch point that your guests have with your theme and overall feel. Your invitation is one of the simplest ways to incorporate black into your wedding. The options are endless here, and you can easily tailor your invitations to suit your theme. Whether you’re really leaning into black, or just working with a touch of black, invitations are so customizable and can really work for you. Not sure where you can incorporate black? Try using black envelopes, or adding small black decals, like a wax seal or ribbon. 

SWEET TREATS

Who doesn’t love indulging in all the delicious desserts at a wedding, whether it’s the main wedding cake or the small extras up for grabs? Your wedding cake can make a statement, so incorporating black into its design is a great way to work with the colour on your big day. Have you ever considered having an all-black cake? It makes a statement, and can make the other colours in your theme stand out even more.  For those who fear a black cake can seem too dramatic, we suggest adding some beautiful fresh flowers to break up the black, and add a pop of colour and freshness to your cake. If you’re looking for something more subtle than an all-black cake (though it would be beautiful!), you could add black icing details onto some cupcakes, pastries, or even a few small black details onto your wedding cake! 

SIGNAGE

Signage is absolutely necessary in a wedding, but the details of designing signage tends to slip the mind of many when planning a wedding.What better way to make the signage of your wedding stand out than by incorporating black into the designs? You’ll have signs scattered throughout your entire wedding, from your seating chart, to your program and menu so, why not use this opportunity to add those much needed touches of black?

GLASSWARE

Don’t overlook glassware — if you’re looking for a way to add a unique feel to your reception, you can never go wrong with coloured glassware. The typical glassware everyone tends to choose is clear and simple, but we’re here to tell you that customizing your glassware selection is highly underrated. Create an unforgettable experience by choosing black glassware for your guests to use with their dinner. Elevate your tablescape with this bold choice!

We always make a point to incorporate black into every design we do — from the most subtle touches of black, to wedding designs that are dramatic, bold, and filled with black throughout. We hope you can keep an open mind when it comes to adding black into your wedding, because we really do believe black elevates every design it’s incorporated into. Black is such a universal colour, and it truly complements every colour scheme, season, and wedding theme. There are a lot more ways to incorporate black into your wedding day, so make sure you follow us on Instagram for inspiration, and contact us to design your dream wedding.